consecrations

Definition of consecrationsnext
plural of consecration
as in purifications
the act of making something holy through religious ritual the consecration of the Host during Communion

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blessings
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  • Just how blessings work, the reviews are raving of blessings & miracles from this dish.
    Jenny Rosenstrach, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Apr. 2026
  • Pickled foods often accompanied bread during blessings, emphasizing their role as both sustenance and spiritual connection.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 31 Mar. 2026
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“Consecrations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consecrations. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.

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